MikeUdon

When someone promises “daily returns of thousands of baht” with no real trading involvement, that should already set off alarm bells. Greed is never a good adviser. High, guaranteed returns combined with “exclusive access” and friendly recruitment through social circles is a classic affinity scam structure. The early dividend payments are simply part of the confidence-building phase, textbook Ponzi mechanics. Of course, the perpetrators must be prosecuted, especially if intimidation and threats were involved. But these greedy "investors" forgot the most basic principle: If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. My sympathy is pretty limited. :)

Khun Thaksin as a foreman for sewer cleaners? Sounds more like management training than punishment. Others wade through the muck; he’s already practicing for his next leadership role. 🙂

At 76 years old, with clear and documented health problems, it is time to consider Thaksin’s well-being over politics. Prison conditions are hardly suitable for someone suffering from cervical spondylosis and other age-related ailments. He has served his time in many ways already, and Thailand would not lose face by releasing him from prison. If the justice system insists on punishment, house arrest is a reasonable alternative. This would allow him to receive proper medical care while ensuring the law is respected. A humane approach in this case would reflect well on Thailand’s justice system and its commitment to fairness.

Whatever can be said about Thaksin, he is the one who implemented programs benefiting the poor and drove economic growth. With his policies, he earned widespread support for Phuea Thai, particularly in Isaan. On the other hand, there is corruption, abuse of power, and human rights violations. Like many PMs before and after him, he was ousted in a military coup. I ask myself why? Were things getting better after he was ousted? Last year, he attempted to evade prison by staging a Hollywood-worthy show, with the support of certain elements within the justice system and the medical community. Well, in the end, he's going to prison for a year after all. Certainly a tough decision for a 76-year-old man. May he stay in good health.

Same old story. Power struggle between the elites and the rest of the country at the expense of the people.

Hypocrites. I live as a happy atheist . All religions are utter BS for stupid people.

Scaremongering. COVID has been around for more than 6 years already, and it will stay. Learn to live with it, just like any other viral infection.

Ah yes, of course—one Eastern European says “Ni Hao,” and the logical next step is to deport an entire region. What a geopolitical strategy. Maybe toss in a few astrology signs too while we’re at it? Pisces cause trouble too, don’t they? And sure, “farang” is totally harmless... except when it isn’t. But let’s not split hairs—clearly, intent only matters when someone else messes up, right? If solving Thailand’s “problems” were really as simple as blaming foreigners with awkward greetings, we’d have world peace by now and 7-Eleven would never run out of toasties.

Impressive. You managed to cram xenophobia, conspiracy theories, and generational bitterness into one post—a real multitasker. Insulting entire generations of Western kids while hiding behind the word “respect” doesn’t make you wise—it just makes you loud. Respect for the elderly doesn’t mean unquestioning obedience to outdated thinking. It’s not tradition if it’s afraid of change; it’s just insecurity in a costume. As for Soros, blaming him for society's evolution is the intellectual equivalent of blaming gravity for tripping over your ego. Positive parenting might not be your cup of tea, but clearly, neither was critical thinking. Hope the view from that high horse is worth the fall.

Finally! Welcome to the 21st century, Thailand.

That's my man! Welcome to the Thai vapers club!

Thank you for the update @Tod Daniels. It's great to hear about the new 60-day entry stamp program and the unlimited land entries. This certainly makes travel more convenient for many. However, I wish the Thai lawmakers would also consider easing the requirements for long-term stays for foreigners who are deeply integrated into Thai society. Many of us are married to Thai nationals, have children, own homes and cars, and are responsible for school fees and health insurance for our families. Simplifying the process for these individuals would not only recognize their significant contributions to the community but also provide more stability for families who have made Thailand their home.

Certificate of Innocence is great. Is there any agency out there which can provide me with such a certificate? I need it for my wife when I come home early in the morning!

At Holy Mary Udon Thani School, many teachers from the Philippines are employed. These teachers do not only teach English language but also a variety of other subjects such as Social Science, Maths, Science, Arts, Phonics, Grammar and more. All subjects are also taught in Thai Language by Thai teachers. All of these teachers are highly qualified and possess strong educational backgrounds. While it is true that English is their second language, Filipino teachers are known for their proficiency in English, often using it as a medium of instruction in their own country from an early age. Their comprehensive training and experience make them effective educators, capable of delivering lessons in English with clarity. For many years I had 2 'English speaking' neighbours. One from Australia and one from Scotland. With the Aussie guy it was ok after some time. But the guy from Scotland? Sometimes I had no idea what he was talking about. So did the guy from Australia😅

The students went back to school last Thursday, 16 May, here in Udon Thani. 🙏 Yes, today is a public holiday, Visakha Bucha. And of course the schools are closed. But my son's teachers presented him some nice homework, so he has something to learn today.